Sociology GCSE

Summary:

Sociology is the study of society and this course looks at a wide range of social topics such as Family, Education and Migration. It gives an in-depth understanding of how society tackles its needs, for example to provide education and of different ways in which this could be done, and enables us to question how society is organised.

What will you learn on the Course?
By taking the course, you will start to look at familiar and topical issues through new eyes, in a more critical and informed way. Your writing and reading skills will also improve. To do well, you will need to be able to question common beliefs and opinions, to compare different ways of looking at society and to learn and remember information and arguments. You should also enjoy reading, essay writing and have a keen interest in society and social issues.

Normally at least four GCSEs at grades A*-D. You do not need any previous knowledge of Sociology.

How will you be assessed?There are two written exams papers, each 1 1/2hrs in length.

What other courses go well with this one?Sociology can be studied alongside any other GCSE courses, both arts and sciences.

What will you need to buy?There is a recommended text book which students will need to buy
Blundell, J. (2001) Active Sociology for GCSE, Harlow, Pearson Education Ltd.

What could you go onto to do at the end of the course?
Sociology GCSE makes a good base from which to progress to AS Level and is useful for a range of careers such as medicine, policing and social work.

How can you find out more about the subject?Have a look at the AQA GCSE Sociology website.

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